Christian mission and academic excellence are the twin pillars Pepperdine clings to despite Pepperdine's recent drop in U.S. News & World Report ranking, said Kendra Killpatrick, senior associate dean of Seaver College and professor of Mathematics.Pepperdine is committed to bettering students’ education through a variety of high-impact practices, Killpatrick said. … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Stays True to ‘Hallmark of Seaver Education’
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Gonzaga Set to Leave West Coast Conference
Gonzaga University announced Oct. 1 they will depart from the West Coast Conference following the conclusion of the 2024-2025 season, leaving 12 teams in the conference for the start of the 2026 season, according to multiple reports.The decision comes after Gonzaga announced their plan to join the Pac-12 in 2026, becoming the eighth team to join the conference after 10 teams … [Read more...] about Gonzaga Set to Leave West Coast Conference
Rant: Horror Movies are Pointless
I never fully understood the appeal of horror movies. As the spooky season approaches, my friends beg me to watch something scary, and I always respond with, “Why?”Why would anyone willingly put themselves in a position to be scared? I have been in some actual scary situations in my life, and I have never thought, “Yes, I want to go to a theater and watch a … [Read more...] about Rant: Horror Movies are Pointless
Rave: Horror Movies Are Halloween Staple
I was 14 when I watched my very first horror movie: "Ouija." I remember being absolutely terrified but simultaneously excited to find my next horror movie to watch.Over the next couple of years, I continued to fall more and more in love with horror movies. Eventually, it got to the point where I don't just watch them when Halloween rolls around.Now when I see a horror movie I … [Read more...] about Rave: Horror Movies Are Halloween Staple
A Built-In Best Friend: Twins Share Unique Experiences
Being a twin comes with the same stories everyone has heard — twin telepathy, not being able to tell twins apart, sharing clothes and more. Yet, the most overlooked part is the friendship that comes with growing up and experiencing life together."It's like having a built-in best friend who you can also base yourself off of," sophomore Gordy Nilsen said.Separation and … [Read more...] about A Built-In Best Friend: Twins Share Unique Experiences